HERRIOT COUNTRY direct to London - Grand Central

Activities & Outdoor Arts & Entertainment Attractions Family Food & Drink Heritage Museums
Aerial Extreme
Beaver Furniture
Camp Hill, Kirklington, Bedale, DL8 2LS www.aerialextreme.co.uk
t: 08456 521736
e: info@aerialextreme.co.uk
Join us for an exhilarating experience on one of the world’s most awesome
Adventure Ropes Courses, boasting over 30 exciting obstacles! The outdoors
has never been this much fun!
Carlton Lodge Outdoor Centre
Complete Yorkshire
Dutch House
Carlton Miniott, Thirsk, YO7 4NJ
www.carltonlodge.org.uk
t: 01845 522145
e: carltonlodge@nyy.org.uk
Adventure, learning and discovery for 4 – 25 year olds. Choose from over 20
exciting activities. Day and residential visits for groups, school holiday activity
days. Family Fun Day every July, check the website for details.
1-5 The Shambles, York, YO1 7LZ
www.completeyorkshire.com
t: 01904 270902
e: info@completeyorkshire.com
We specialise in driving tours all across the Dales and North York Moors
including the coast. Priced at £200 for up to four people there is no better way
to explore Herriot Country.
Fishing at Woodlands Lakes
Lake Semerwater
Hollow Creations
Joe Cornish Gallery
Carlton Miniott, Thirsk, YO7 4NJ
www.woodlandlakesthirsk.com
t: 01845 527099
e: fishing@woodlandlakes.com
An award-winning picturesque coarse fishery, set in 45 acres. We have 13 very
well stocked lakes containing all varieties of carp, tench, bream, roach, rudd,
perch, barbel and golden orfe.
Low Blean Farm, Wensleydale, DL8 3DJ www.lakesemerwater.co.uk
t: 01969 650436
e: enquiries@lakesemerwater.co.uk
Lake Semerwater is ideal for coarse and wild brown trout fishing, canoeing,
sailing, windsurfing and outdoor swimming, or simply enjoying the views or
wildlife, with nearby footpaths, green lanes and bridleways for cyclists and
walkers. Camping for tents, campervans and motorhomes on the foreshore.
Nero Outdoor Activities and Events
Lakeside House, Ampleforth, YO62 4JA
www.nerotraining.com
t: 01439 788777
e: info@nerotraining.com
Outstanding outdoor activities and events at our prestigious location, boasting
over 2000 acres of woodland, forests and lakes. Residential and day packages
suiting all budgets. Beautiful walks and a tea room, a great day out for all the
family.
Northallerton Equestrian Centre
Yafforth, DL7 0PQ
www.northallertonequestriancentre.co.uk
t: 01609 772942
e: info@northallertonequestriancentre.co.uk
Regular competitions and tuition for all ages and abilities from mini show
cross to British Eventing from prelim to advanced dressage and everything in
between.
Yorkshire Gliding Club
Yorkshire Outdoors
Sutton Bank, Thirsk, Y07 2EY
www.ygc.co.uk
t: 01845 597237
e: enquiry@ygc.co.uk
Established in 1932, the club has all facilities for modern gliding. Full-time
professional instructors provide instruction from your first flight to solo
competition pilot.
Felixkirk, Thirsk, YO7 2DP
www.yorkshire-outdoors.co.uk
t: 08002 986488
e: sales@yorkshire-outdoors.co.uk
The finest adventure experiences! Off-Road Driving in new Land Rover
Defenders and Can-Am Quads, gravity defying Segways to Clay Shooting,
specialising in personal attention for individuals, couples and small groups and
providing a totally unforgettable experience at our dedicated venue in Felixkirk.
Beaver Lodge, Thirsk, YO7 2PR
www.beaverfurniture.co.uk
t: 01845 597420
e: info@beaverfurniture.co.uk
Visit our workshop and showroom at Beaver Lodge and see for yourself the
craftsmen at work and a selection of our beautiful unique hand-made English
oak furniture.
Crayke, York, YO61 4TT
www.dutchhouseyorkshire.com
t: 01347 889431
e: info@dutchhouseyorkshire.com
Free attraction just two miles out of Easingwold. Experience art and nature in
our ecological sculpture garden. Art studio offers workshops for adults and
activities for kids. On-site café providing excellent local food and drink.
Cross Lane, Ingleby Cross, DL6 3NQ
www.hollowcreations.co.uk
t: 01609 882050
e: info@hollowcreations.co.uk
See beautiful hollow forms, such as vases, being created from local fallen
trees. These unique, individual items are offered for sale in the adjoining
showroom.
Register House, Northallerton, DL6 1NA www.joecornishgallery.co.uk
t: 01609 777404
e: info@joecornishgallery.co.uk
Joe Cornish Gallery houses a permanent collection of Joe Cornish
photographic landscape prints, and hosts temporary exhibitions by
photographers, painters and makers. On our first and second floors we have
four permanent galleries showing work by other photographers.
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Rural Arts, The Old Courthouse
Thirsk Racecourse
Beacon Alpaca Walks
Husthwaite, York, YO61 4PD
www.beaconalpacas.com
t: 01347 868879
e: info@beaconalpacas.com
Take one of our friendly alpacas for a walk in the beautiful Hambleton Hills and
get to know these friendly, fascinating creatures in stunning surroundings.
Falconry UK Birds of Prey Centre
Sion Hill Hall, Kirby Wiske, Thirsk, YO7 4EU www.falconrycentre.co.uk
t: 01845 587522
e: mail@falconrycentre.co.uk
Enjoy the fantastic collection of birds of prey from around the world in the
superb walled garden of a stately home. A great day out with three fantastic
flying displays daily.
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Hazel Brow Farm
Westgate, Thirsk, YO7 1QS
www.ruralarts.org
t: 01845 526536
e: janice@ruralarts.org
Providing arts workshops, exhibitions, performances and events for all ages.
The gallery/shop offers a range of ceramics, jewellery, textiles, greetings cards
etc and our café provides a selection of delicious home-made food.
Station Road, Thirsk, YO7 1QL
www.thirskracecourse.net
t: 01845 522276
e: info@thirskracecourse.net
Experience the beauty and excitement of flat horse racing at its best. 2012
fixtures are: 21 April, 5 May, 12 May*, 19 June, 25 June*, 27 July, 3 & 4 August,
13 August*, 20 August, 8 September and 18 September (* evening meetings).
North Stainley, Ripon, HG4 3HT
t: 01765 635321 www.lightwatervalley.co.uk
Escape to Lightwater Valley Theme Park and discover the excitement of a day
bursting with thrills, chills and adventure. We are The Ultimate Adventure!
Mouseman Visitor Centre & T Café
Kilburn, nr Thirsk, YO61 4AH
www.robertthompsons.co.uk
t: 01347 869102/100
e: info@robertthompsons.co.uk
Find the famous mouse, past and present in the beautifully restored village
joiner’s shop, including working displays, audio visual room, story of the
Kilburn White Horse, quality gift shop and T Café with tempting home-baked
refreshments served all day.
7 Outhwaites, The Hawes Ropemakers
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Town Foot, Hawes, DL8 3NT
www.ropemakers.com
t: 01969 667487
e: sales@outhwaites.com
Admission Free! Watch ropes being made; also video. Well-stocked shop;
dog leads a speciality. Open MondayFriday all year except Good Friday and
Christmas/New Year.
Thorp Perrow Arboretum, Bird of Prey & Mammal Centre
Bedale, DL8 2PR
www.thorpperrow.com
t: 01677 425323
e: enquiries@thorpperrow.com
Beautiful woodland walks, lakes, picnic areas and children’s play area. Animal
Encounters at 11:30am, entertaining flying displays at 1:30pm & 3:30pm daily.
Other events throughout the year.
Wensleydale Railway
Leases Road, Leeming Bar, DL7 9AR www.wensleydalerailway.com
t: 08454 505474
e: admin@wensleydalerailway.com
Relax and travel by rail through the glorious scenery of Wensleydale.
From Leeming Bar Station, near Junction 51 of the A1, our vintage trains will
take you on a 32 mile round trip.
Bedale, DL8 1AW
www.farmattraction.co.uk
t: 01677 422125
e: enquiries@farmattraction.co.uk
A truly hands-on animal experience, in pleasant surroundings, delivered by
friendly informative guides. Indoor play area to use up energy of both adults
and children. Outdoor play, outdoor skating rink and hot and cold food served.
Low Row, Richmond, DL11 6NE
www.hazelbrow.co.uk
t: 01748 886224
e: info@hazelbrow.co.uk
Adventure, learning and discovery for 4 – 25 year olds. Choose from over
20 exciting activities. Day and residential visits for groups, school holiday
activity days. Family Fun Day every July, check the website for details.
Monk Park Farm Visitor Attraction
Bagby, Thirsk, YO7 2AG
www.monkparkfarm.co.uk
t: 01845 597730
e: enquiries@monkparkfarm.co.uk
Explore this children’s farm and visitor centre, with a wide variety of animals,
indoor and outdoor feeding areas, picnic and play areas, bottle feeding,
woodland walks, barrel rides, large child-friendly tea room and children’s
birthday parties. Open from 11 February – 4 November.
Bedale Community Bakery
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Station House, Bedale, DL8 1BZ www.breadactually.com
e: enquiries@breadactually.com
The bakery makes bread using slower proving techniques, without any artificial
additives. It is part of a 5 mile local food chain from ‘crop to crust’ – farm, to
watermill, to bakery, to customer. A member of the “Real Bread Campaign”,
the bakery recently featured on BBC 2’s Big Bread Experiment.
Black Sheep Brewery Visitor Centre
Wellgarth, Masham, HG4 4EN
www.blacksheepbrewery.co.uk
t: 01765 680101
e: sue.dempsey@blacksheep.co.uk
Take a tour and discover how we brew our award winning beers, sample our
ales at the baa...r, enjoy delicious home cooked food in our split level bistro, or
find the perfect gift in the sheepy shop. A great day out for all the family.
Reeth Ice Cream Parlour
Wensleydale Creamery
Beningbrough Hall and Gardens
Gayle Mill
Kiplin Hall
Shandy Hall
St Mary’s Church
Sutton Park
York, YO30 1DD
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/beningbrough-hall
t: 01904 472027
e: beningbrough@nationaltrust.org.uk
From family friendly activities to guided tours and interactive portrait galleries;
this baroque house, beautiful gardens, parkland and working walled garden
has something for everyone.
Gayle, Hawes, DL8 3RZ
www.gaylemill.org.uk
t: 01969 667320
e: admin@gaylemill.org.uk
A unique 19th century state-of-the-art sawmill, complete with water-powered
turbines and working Victorian machinery. Open Tuesday – Saturday 3 April to
29 September. Demonstration Tours on the first Sunday of each month.
Nr. Scorton, Richmond, DL10 6AT
www.kiplinhall.co.uk
t: 01748 818178
e: info@kiplinhall.co.uk
Built in 1620 by George Calvert, founder of Maryland. Now a fine example of
a late 19th century Victorian country house, crowded with centuries of family
possessions. Also gardens and an award-winning tea room.
Coxwold, York, YO61 4AD
www.shandean.org/shandyhall
t: 01347 868465
e: shandyhall@dsl.pipex.com
The home of Lawrence Sterne. 1760 – ‘Tristram Shandy’ – the book starring
Uncle Toby & Widow Wadman. 2006 – ‘Tristram Shandy’ – the film starring
Rob Brydon & Gillian Anderson.
Kirkgate, Thirsk, YO7 1PR
www.stmaryschurchthirsk.org.uk
t: 01845 527776
Magnificent perpendicular 15th century church. Fine examples of medieval
glass and woodwork. James and Helen Herriot (Alf and Joan Wight) married
here in November 1941.
Sutton-on-the-Forest, York, YO61 1DP
www.statelyhome.co.uk
t: 01347 810249
e: suttonpark@statelyhome.co.uk
Sutton Park is a fine example of early Georgian architecture and the
award-winning gardens won Silver Award in Yorkshire in Bloom 2011.
Captain Cook Schoolroom Museum
Thirsk Museum
Reeth, Richmond, DL11 6TE
www.reethicecreamparlour.co.uk
t: 01748 884929
e: info@reethicecreamparlour.co.uk
We specialise in real dairy ice cream made by Brymor on the farm at Jervaulx.
There are 16 delicious flavours to choose from and you can also enjoy teas,
hot chocolate, freshly ground coffee, lattes and cappuccinos.
Gayle Lane, Hawes, Wensleydale, DL8 3RN www.wensleydale.co.uk
t: 01969 667664
e: creamery@wensleydale.co.uk
Enjoy the Wensleydale Cheese Experience at our Visitor Centre. Discover the
Wensleydale story – watch the cheese being made – indulge in our famous
cheese shop – shop ’til you drop in our gift shop – enjoy the restaurant and
coffee shop. Open seven days (winter times may vary).
101 High Street, Great Ayton, TS9 6NB
t: 01642 724296 www.captaincookschoolroommuseum.co.uk
The greatest navigator the world has known was educated here. Come and
see a reconstructed 18th century schoolroom and learn more about James
Cook’s amazing voyages.
Green Howards Museum
Victoria Road, Richmond, DL10 4QN
www.greenhowards.org
t: 01748 826561
e: museum@greenhowards.org.uk
Explore the lives of local soldiers from 1688 to current conflict. New exhibition
April 2012 – The Olympic Years – Fighting to Win on Track and Battlefield.
14/16 Kirkgate, Thirsk, YO7 1PQ
www.thirskmuseum.org
t: 01845 527707
e: thirskmuseum@btinternet.com
Housed in the 18th century birthplace of cricketer Thomas Lord, Thirsk
Museum features the life of the ancient market town made famous by
James Herriot.
World of James Herriot
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23 Kirkgate, Thirsk, YO7 1PL
www.worldofjamesherriot.org
t: 01347 524234
e: james.herriot@hambleton.gov.uk
Visit the 1940’s home of author and vet, James Herriot and celebrate all things
bright and beautiful, in this award winning museum. Fun for all the family.